The six nominees
The programmes in the running for the Best Documentary prize at the Broadcast Awards 2021 demonstrate the very best in factual programming.
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The documentary series shortlist is as follows:
A show that examined its full breadth and opened up an important debate about its health. Produced by 72 Films for Channel 4.
Netflix’s viral phenomenon follows the work of a group of misfit vigilantes who identify and track down a kitten killer. Produced by Raw TV.
Unvarnished access to one of the world’s richest and most glamorous sports was secured for Box to Box’s second lap of the Formula 1 circuit for Netflix.
A beautifully shot and moving two-parter that examines the strange story behind a high-profile missing-person case, and in doing so sheds light on the workings of the legal system and police. Produced by Firecrest Films for BBC Scotland and BBC2.
Keo Films set a high bar with Exodus – its 2016 BBC2 film documenting the refugee crisis – but arguably surpassed it with its latest attempt to shine a light on the impact of war on those caught up in it. Produced for BBC2
Expertly told via testimony, archive and Putin’s own words, this three-part spy thriller chronicles the rise of one of the world’s most powerful leaders. Produced by Rogan Productions for Channel 4.
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